Faced with situations that force change, many individuals explore a side to themselves that they didn’t know existed prior to the conflict. Individuals may find that good qualities shine through in times of conflict and others demonstrate that in times of conflict, circumstances are harsh and act accordingly, demonstrating negativity. Regardless of how individuals respond to conflict, the response in which individuals demonstrate are extraordinary and whether individuals respond positively or negatively, remarkable courage, resilience and leadership is shown in the beliefs of individuals. ! !
Capitan Mark Kelly Ever since I was a young girl I have always had great dreams and high expectations for myself. Anytime I was asked, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” I would quickly reply” a lawyer” As the years went by I still had that goal in mind, but I began to realize that I was not exactly Ivy League material. Though I did work really hard in my classes, I was still at best average. During my junior year I took my SAT’s, and cried when I got my scores back. For many years I was scared to go to college because I thought I wasn’t college material.
The troubled southern boy matured into a wild and angry young man, and was convinced by others that The Citadel was the only college suited to handle his less than acceptable attitude. As a freshman, he soon discovered that his untamed spirit and mediocre approach towards academics make life extremely hard on him while attending a school that thrives on high performance and excellence. But after witnessing a Junior Sword Drill performance, he discovers his calling and decides to dedicate himself to joining their ranks. Yet he quickly realizes that his poor attitude and performance at the onset of his first semester has placed him in a nearly impossible position of obtaining the rank necessary to even qualify. What follows are endless months of sacrifice to make up for the sins of his
Literacy Autobiography Playing sports, socializing with friends, and working – All reasons why I am an alliterate reader and writer. I never realized the importance of paying attention in school to learn to read and write properly when I was younger. Although I graduated from high school and have a diploma, the lack of initiative and motivation in school has led me to be an alliterate reader and writer today. While in high school, playing sports was more important then learning how to read and write properly. Socializing with friends and going out to have fun was another reason why I did not learn how to write proficiently.
Direct effects of conflict are usually associated with destruction or degradation. However, the benefits of conflict are usually overlooked. Conflict has the ability to develop individuals because it heightens the understanding
It seems obvious that Eichmann did what he did out of self interest, in order to further his career, an idea which I will attempt to fortify during this response. It would pose as no surprise that Eichmann would be hungry for success, his life was apparently filled with many failures. He was unable to finish high school or even finish vocational school as a teenager, and hopped to and from numerous unsuccessful jobs. Of the jobs he did have, including a
Barry was getting ready to start Junior High School and it was going to happen anyway. (Barry 47). For the longest time I wasn’t grateful for the knowledge that Scott shared with me that day. Just like Barry, I became very insecure about the things I had and worried they weren’t enough. I honestly don’t know if was pride or ignorance that kept the veil over my eyes for so long.
Because I always tried impressing people, I never felt as if I fit in anywhere. Because of this I had seldom actual friends. I did have a best-friend though, and around second grade he caused my life to flip upside down. A combination of my best friend hurting me and me feeling that no one wanted me sent me spiraling into depression. And the kicker is that I was only seven.
He said that students used to be introverts, conservative in their clothing and most of them were not friendly at all, and he used to have tough times when asking for money. Now, as he said, students ware whatever they want, talk to whomever without boundaries. We asked him if he likes it now more or before, he preferred not to answer but nodding his head as if it has no for both! Then, my partner, Richi, and I walked around the campus, saw the old buildings and the new ones, and watched the
I thought that I would make friends right away and do well in school, but I did not. People were not only very judgmental but they would bully me for being different. At the age of nine or ten I could not understand why they hated me so much. There were many times where I would come home to my family crying my eyes out. It has taken me years to make good friends, but now that I have them I feel ambitious and more motivated.